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Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest (posted May 19, 2008)
Office Manager
Washington, DC

Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest (CLPI) is a national nonprofit organization, based in Washington D.C. Its mission is to promote, support, and protect nonprofit advocacy and lobbying in order to strengthen democracy and advance charitable missions. CLPI accomplishes its mission primarily through training, championing the importance of nonprofit participation in the public policy process, and coalition-based monitoring of attacks on nonprofit advocacy rights. These efforts are supported by coordinated messages and resources provided via the organization's website (www.clpi.org), distributed and used by CLPI Training Fellows and partners, and available to nonprofit organizations nationwide.

CLPI seeks an Office Manager who is a highly organized and responsible individual who is committed to CLPI's vision and mission. The Office Manager's responsibilities will include:

Financial Administration:

• Handle prompt payment of all bills and invoices.
• Track payment of bills and deposits in financial software (QuickBooks).
• Produce monthly expenditure reports.
• Maintain financial tracking systems including accounts payable/receivable and annual budget.
• Manage relationship with CPA firm to ensure production of monthly and quarterly financial reports for Board of Directors and President.
• Work with CPA and auditor on the annual audit.
• Oversee development of fiscal year budgets.

Office Administration:

• Work on Human Resources issues involving personnel issues and benefits administration.
• Manage administration of payroll (collect time sheets, call in payroll to service, review, and file accompanying documents).
• Track staff lobbying and project time.
• Assist with preparation and filing of Lobbying Disclosure reports.
• Handle logistics and scheduling for all CLPI meetings, including Board of Directors meetings and annual CLPI Network Retreat.
• Coordinate vendor services (technology, printing, copier, office supplies), including periodic analysis of costs and value.
• Provide a point of contact with building management for issues related to the office facility.
• Work with Communications Director to fill and track publication requests . Route general, organizational email and phone questions and requests for assistance to appropriate staff.
• Track deliverables and payments for consultant contracts.
• Manage office filing systems including on-line files.
• Perform routine administrative tasks (filing, photocopying, creating files, faxing, mailing, record keeping, arranging for messenger services, etc.).
• Provide support to the President and Vice President for the overall management of the organization.

Program Support:

• Track grants (reporting deadlines met, funding received, acknowledgement sent, etc.).
• Support the implementation and execution of trainings under the direction of the Training Director (tracking requests for training, executing training contracts, coordinating production of required materials, invoicing for training fees and expenses, ensuring post-training deliverables are received).
• Track training outputs and outcome measures in cooperation with Training Director and evaluation consultants.
• Assist with communications and support for the Training Fellows program.
• Manage the "Ask Bob" technical assistance request process.
• Work on posting website communications, innovation, and action

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least two years experience in a comparable position, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
• High proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite (including MS Access), and SPSS or other statistical software.
• Experience with bookkeeping
• Tech savvy, including familiar with use of the Internet for education and action . Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff and consultants.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with good follow-through, attention to detail and focus on quality of work.
• Responsiveness to requests from staff, consultants, and partners.
• Commitment to CLPI's vision and mission.
• Self-starter and team player able to work both independently and collaboratively within a small staff.
• Good sense of humor.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with human resources, including benefits administration and payroll.
• Experience with event management
• Interest in or experience with nonprofit management.
• Interest in or experience with issue advocacy.

Salary is commensurate with background and experience. Benefits include health, life, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending, and 403(b) plans. A positive work environment that supports work-life balance is provided. CLPI is an equal opportunity employer.

Submit cover letter, resume, and three references by COB, May 23, 2008.

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The Chicago Community Trust (posted June 10, 2008)
Senior Program Officer-Health
Chicago, IL

The Chicago Community Trust has an exciting opportunity for an individual with exceptional knowledge, relationships and experience in the public health field.

Reporting to the vice president of program, this person will provide overall leadership, expertise and management of the health program at the Trust. This position will identify key community needs, develop and refine grant making strategy, and convene key public agencies, community organizations and funders to facilitate a coordinated approach to current and emerging health and health policy issues. The senior program officer will screen, analyze and recommend grant proposals and evaluate their effectiveness against program priorities. In addition, this person will serve as a subject matter expert to the community as well as to individual donors.

The successful candidate will have at least ten years of relevant experience, an extensive network in the government and not for profit public health environment and a familiarity with metropolitan Chicago community organizations operating in this field. Outstanding written, oral and research skills are required, as well as the ability to develop relationships and facilitate partnerships. Project management and supervisory skills are also critical. Graduate degree in the public health or health care field preferred.

About The Chicago Community Trust
The Chicago Community Trust and affiliates form the region's community foundation, helping local residents manage their charitable giving. Founded in 1915, the Trust is a union of numerous gifts, bequests and other contributions totaling more than $1.8 billion. Income from these assets provides more than $114 million annually in grants to agencies that improve the lives of the residents of our region through arts funding, community development, education improvement, health and wellness and to assure that basic human needs are met for all members of our community. Learn more about the Trust at www.cct.org.

To learn more about this position, please visit the Trust online at www.cct.org. (About Us/Career Opportunities)

Interested individuals should submit resume, cover letter, names of references and salary history to: resumes@cct.org

NOTE: Please put the job title of the position that you are applying for in the subject header of the email.

Posting Date: June 9, 2008
Deadline: Until filled

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Webmaster
Washington, DC

REPORTS TO: Director Online Strategy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversee the technical elements of an immediate upgrade of the Common Cause website to improve the look, functionality and usability; Coordinate with outside vendors on the website upgrade and keep the project on time and on budget; Handle day-to-day maintenance of the organization's website, Intranet, blog and micro-sites; Work with state chapters to maintain and improve their sites; Research, recommend and implement technology ideas and solutions as needed; Ensure site optimization for cross-browser compatibility; Advise and implement SEO strategies and tactics.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field; At least three years of experience with working with nonprofit; websites; Content management experience required; Kintera experience strongly preferred; Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript and CSS. Experience with Dreamweaver, Flash and Photoshop. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; Understanding of online tools, tactics and best practices; An eye for clean graphic design; Interest in politics and a personal commitment to public interest. Campaign or advocacy experience helpful. Ability to work under pressure of competing priorities and frequent deadlines; ability to work both independently and with supervision.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include WEBMASTER in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546 No phone calls please. Applicants are encouraged to respond as soon as possible.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Special Events Coordinator
Washington, DC

REPORTS TO: Director, Major Donors

SUMMARY OF PO SITION: The Special Events Coordinator will be responsible for working with Development and Program staff to arrange and implement events in the Washington D.C. metro area (including Maryland and Virginia).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Events include National Governing Board meetings, President's Counsel meetings, fundraisers and membership growth, programmatic events such as panels, luncheons, seminars, and legislative briefings, lobby days and other gatherings. The Special Events Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating with Common Cause staff to plan, coordinate and run meetings and events in the Washington. D.C. area. The position will entail advance work such as choosing venues, dealing with vendors, working within a budget, organizing programs, audience building, as well as producing invitations and mailings and organizing materials. It will also include the care and feeding of dignitaries and program experts such as making travel, lodging and transportation arrangements. An important piece of the job will be working with the development department to generate and organize data for fundraising purposes and to grow major donor revenue through special events.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in event planning and execution. Must be reliable, detail oriented yet able to coordinate events within the context of a large complex organization. Must be patient; ability to work well with many different personalities; ability to juggle several assignments at once. Excellent oral and written communications skills; excellent organization skills; ability to interact effectively with board, staff and volunteers at all levels; ability to work in a deadline-driven environment with shifting demands and priorities. Familiarity with MSWord and Excel. Non-profit experience desirable. Must be committed to the Common Cause mission.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546 No phone calls please.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Northern California Organizer
California

POSITION AVAILABLE: Northern California Organizer (August 2008 to May 2009, Full time. Position may extend beyond academic semester pending funding.)

REPORTS TO: Executive Director, California Common Cause

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Democracy Matters (DM) is a Common Cause student activist project that informs and engages college students and communities in efforts to strengthen our democracy. With campus-based chapters throughout the country, DM focuses on the issue of money in politics and other pro-democracy reforms.

Currently, Democracy Matters has student coordinators on several Northern California campuses, including University of San Francisco, San Francisco State University, University of California at Berkeley, the Head Royce School, and California State University at Hayward. Responsibilities of Common Cause's Northern California

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Organizer would include:

• Coordinate Bay Area DM student coordinators to organize events on campus .Develop a structure for DM student coordinators by centralizing their membership contact information, setting up weekly/monthly meetings, helping develop a work plan, and act as a resource for the chapters.
• Guide the DM student coordinators through hosting events, legislative meetings, and outreach to students.
• Incorporate DM students into Common Cause efforts in the surrounding community, related to redistricting reform, campaign finance, and other CC issues .Include DM students in legislative meetings focusing on public financing, electoral reform, media reform and voter education. 2008 push will include visits with congressional members to support the Fair Elections Now Act and visits with state legislators on a variety of issues. Where there are relevant local efforts, the organizer may also organize visits with local city council members supporting campaign finance, electoral, or other reforms.

California Common Cause will be active in several major projects including:
Redistricting reform. A statewide campaign is underway to pass a state ballot initiative to create a redistricting process that will respect communities, cities and counties. The initiative will be on the November 2008 ballot. Fair Elections Now Act. Common Cause has a federal campaign to educate the public and lobby for the passage of full public financing of Congressional election campaigns. Election Protection. November 2008's elections are predicted to draw turnouts. Common Cause will with other coalition members and pro bono law firms to run hotlines for voters seeking election assistance or to report problems. These reports will serve as the basis for statewide election access and administration reforms.

The Northern California Organizer would work with staff to connect students and members to these and related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in student organizing. Must be committed to public interest work. Familiarity with Common Cause's government reform issues, particularly voting rights, redistricting and campaign finance reform, a plus. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of political process,including understanding the connection between grassroots campaigns and the legislative process. Ability to train, motivate and work with volunteers. Willingness to travel. Strong computing skills desired, including word processing, Internet-based research, website management, list-serv management. Must have access to a car, be able to work evenings and weekends.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ORGANIZER in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546 No phone calls please.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Southern California Organizer
California

POSITION AVAILABLE: Southern California Organizer (July 2008 to June 2009, Full Time)

REPORTS TO: Executive Director California Common Cause

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Democracy Matters (DM) is a Common Cause student activist project that informs and engages college students and communities in efforts to strengthen our democracy. With campus-based chapters throughout the country, DM focuses on the issue of money in politics and other pro-democracy reforms. Position is also responsible for providing General Support for Staff and Members in the Area. The Southern California Organizer will work with staff to connect students and members to these and related activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Currently, Democracy Matters has student coordinators on several Southern California campuses. Responsibilities of Common Cause's Southern California Organizer include:

• Coordinate Bay Area DM student coordinators to organize events on campus .Develop a structure for DM student coordinators by centralizing their membership contact information, setting up weekly/monthly meetings, helping develop a work plan, and act as a resource for the chapters.
• Guide the DM student coordinators through hosting events, legislative meetings, and outreach to students.
• Incorporate DM students into Common Cause efforts in the surrounding community, related to redistricting reform, campaign finance, and other CC issues .Include DM students in legislative meetings focusing on public financing, electoral reform, media reform and voter education. 2008 push will include visits with congressional members to support the Fair Elections Now Act and visits with state legislators on a variety of issues. Where there are relevant local efforts, the organizer may also organize visits with local city council members supporting campaign finance, electoral, or other reforms.

California Common Cause will be active in several major projects through 2008 including:

• Redistricting reform. A statewide campaign is underway to pass a state ballot initiative to create a redistricting process that will respect communities, cities and counties. The initiative will be on the November 2008 ballot.
• Fair Elections Now Act. Common Cause has a federal campaign to educate the public and lobby for the passage of full public financing of Congressional election campaigns.
• Election Protection. November 2008's elections are predicted to draw turnouts. Common Cause will with other coalition members and pro bono law firms run hotlines for voters seeking election assistance or report problems. These reports will serve as the basis for statewide election access and administration reforms.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in student organizing. Must be committed to public interest work. Familiarity with Common Cause's government reform issues, particularly voting rights, redistricting and campaign finance reform, a plus. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of political process, including understanding the connection between grassroots campaigns and the legislative process. Ability to train, motivate and work with volunteers. Willingness to travel. Strong computing skills desired, including word processing, Internet-based research, website management, list-serv management. Must have access to a car, be able to work evenings and weekends.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ORGANIZER in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546 No phone calls please. Applicants are encouraged to respond as soon as possible.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Director of Abuse of Power Campaign
Washington, DC

REPORTS TO: Vice President for Legislative Affairs

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Common Cause played the leading role in successfully pressuring Congress to create the House Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE) earlier this year and must maintain pressure to identify acceptable candidates for the non-partisan panel and educate the media and the general public about its progress and any problems.

Common Cause is embarking on a new campaign to highlight abuses of power by the Executive Branch and the abdication of power by the Legislative Branch and what it means for the survival of the Constitution and our democracy.

Issues include:

• Signing statements
• Executive privilege and contempt of Congress
• Domestic spying, torture and the rules of law
• Possible expansion of the War Powers Act relating to Iran
• Destruction of torture tapes and loss of possibly millions of executive branch emails covering CIA leaks
• Our resulting diminished stature in the world

The current legislative agenda includes:

• Monitoring the progress of the Webb/McCaskill War Time Contracting Commission to study and report to the Congress on irregular contracting procedures and the increased use of private security firms to provide essential security services in both Iraq and Afghanistan
• Supporting the House of Representatives in its law suit to enforce the contempt of Congress citations against Harriet Miers and Joshua Bolten regarding their subpoenaed testimony by the House Judiciary Committee
• Enactment of legislation limiting the use of signing statements when interpreting the law

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Work with VP for Legislative Affairs to follow up on creation of the House OCE. Oversee effort to pull together names of possible candidates. Answer questions in the press and with Common Cause members. Monitor the progress of the OCE and suggest alterations if needed. Manage other congressional ethics issues as they arise.

Work with VP for Legislative Affairs to design and implement campaign strategy; coordinate day-to-day campaign efforts of Common Cause team. Build and manage relationships with key coalition partners and VIPs, including planning, recruitment for, and execution of conferences with expert panelists. Work with VP for Communication and Director of E-Advocacy to write press statements, advisories, action alerts, and other communications, as well as answering press questions and communicating with online activists. Develop fact sheets and other collateral materials for short- and long-term use. Other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum five years advocacy or campaign experience; excellent verbal skills, written and oral; ability to work well in a collaborative setting and with coalition partners; self-starter but able to take direction; demonstrated ability to be flexible and work well under pressure; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; and a good sense of humor. Bachelors Degree required.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include DIRECTOR OF ABUSE OF POWER CAMPAIGN in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546 No phone calls please.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Developer/Organizer - Florida
Florida

REPORTS TO: Vice President Development/Executive Director Common Cause

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Common Cause Florida is seeking a Developer/Organizer who will be responsible for working with the Common Cause Florida Executive Director, State Board and the National Development Team to increase members and income for the state and national operation of Common Cause.

The Developer/Organizer will research and solicit potential new donors and foundations and organize events and membership development for Common Cause. The Developer/Organizer will call, write letters and travel to visit face-to-face with donors and foundation representatives to identify individuals and foundations capable of future major giving. Will also involve state board members and volunteers in fundraising events and major gift development. Will develop appropriate membership development strategies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Florida Dveloper/organizer will be expected to work with the Florida State Office of Common Cause and the National Development Team to build relations with potential members and donors and to solicit donors and foundations and organize events and membership promotions, etc in order to increase members and income for the state and national operation of Common Cause. Common Cause has an annual budget of approximately $13,000,000. The Florida State Common Cause budget is approximately $169,564.

QUALIFICATIONS: Common Cause seeks a self-starting staff member with experience in development and foundation relations and organizational development. Minimum of three-to-five years of successful experience in securing support from foundations or relevant nonprofit experience, including a proven track record in the solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship of major gifts; excellent oral and written communication skills; detail-oriented and excellent organization skills; ability to interact effectively with board, staff and volunteers at all levels; ability to work in a deadline-driven environment with shifting demands and priorities; experience with database management systems (Team Approach preferred); online research and word-processing programs; experience in fundraising for advocacy desirable; interest in Common Cause issues and public interest commitment.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include DEVELOPER/ORGANIZER - FLORIDA in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546 No phone calls please. Applicants are encouraged to respond as soon as possible.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Common Cause (posted June 10, 2008)
Director of Campaign Finance Reform
Washington, DC

DEPARTMENT: Programs

POSITION AVAILABLE: Director of Campaign Finance Reform - Washington DC

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Programs

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Lead Common Cause team to design and implement campaign finance reform strategy and campaigns, with primary focus on public financing of elections, as part of a broader pro-democracy agenda.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Build and manage relationships with key coalition partners and allies.
• Serve as spokesperson and resource to the media and the public on Common Cause campaign finance reform efforts.
• Assist in the development of public education materials, policy briefings, and online and offline grassroots engagement strategies.
• Assist development staff in writing of grant proposals and reports.
• Work closely with other Common Cause staff to ensure overall success of campaign finance reform campaigns at the national, state, and local level;
• manage program budget; other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive knowledge of campaign finance law and policy;
• demonstrated political judgment and advocacy skills;
• minimum ten years advocacy, legal or political campaign experience;
• minimum five years coordinating or supervising the work of others;
• commitment to Common Cause issues and agenda;
• ability to analyze complex public policy issues and communicate them effectively to a broader audience;
• demonstrated ability to be flexible and work well under pressure;
• strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
• and a good sense of humor.
• Bachelors Degree

TO APPLY: Please submit resume and cover letter to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include DIRECTOR OF CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM in the subject line or fax to 202.355.7546. No phone calls please.

About Common Cause:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.

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Council on Foundations (posted May 19, 2008 )
Managing Director, Community Foundations
Arlington, VA

The Council on Foundations is a membership organization of more than 2,000 grant-making foundations and giving programs worldwide, providing sector-wide leadership, government relations and legal services, networking opportunities and other services to its members and to the general public for the purpose of improving and advancing organized philanthropy. Staff of the Council enjoy being at the very center of the world of philanthropy, with many opportunities to serve their communities through their work.

The Council envisions a vibrant, growing and responsible philanthropic sector that advances the common good. The Council is a leader, at the center, and an integral partner of a diverse philanthropic community that contributes to this vision. The Council partners with both the public and private sectors in addressing the challenges of our communities, and the citizens of the world. Through collaboration, innovation and effective philanthropy, we seek to convert private dollars into strategic investments serving the public good.

Charitable giving takes many organized forms. Community Foundations are public foundations providing philanthropic vehicles for multiple donors living and deceased, with diverse charitable interests. Many of these Community Foundations serve distinct geographical areas; they vary in scale from foundations in formation to very large institutions that have been philanthropic leaders for many decades; some are rural, many are metropolitan, some are statewide, each is unique -- all have much to share with colleagues in advancing themselves and the field of community foundations. Today Community Foundations are engaged not only in building community assets, they are building communities.

Community Foundations organized the Council in 1949 and, today, represent an important segment of the Council’s broader membership. There are some 700 Community Foundations in the United States alone, and many others emerging in other nations. Community Foundations across the United States connect their work at the national level via the Council’s structure and, through the field’s high level of participation in the Council, affiliate over 98% of the field’s $50+ billion of assets within the United States. The policy, strategy and capacity-building work for the field of Community Foundations is overseen by volunteer leaders who are elected from the field to serve on the Community Foundation Leadership Team. The Community Foundation Leadership Team works collaboratively with the Council on Foundations to set the agenda for the field and to mobilize and allocate resources to support the body of work. The guiding principles of this relationship and respective roles and responsibilities are articulated in the Shared Leadership Plan.

In addition, Community Foundation members benefit from legal expertise, legislative representation, communications outreach and the research capacities of the Council. These member services are integral elements of the Council’s overall support for the work of Community Foundations.

The Managing Director of the Council’s Community Foundation Services, provides professional staff leadership in the design and delivery of programs specifically related to Community Foundations. These programs advance the current priorities of the field as embodied in the multi-year Plan of Action for Community Foundations. The Plan of Action was developed by the Community Foundation Leadership Team and incorporated into the Council’s Operating Plan. A strong component of the current Plan of Action is enhancing community leadership and knowledge management within the field. The Plan encompasses organizational development and professional development programming; field research and comparative business models; the administration of the National Standards for U.S. based Community Foundations and public policy input. This work is at the nexus of this national and growing international field, with complex leadership and management responsibilities.

The successful candidate will understand the work of Community Foundations within the broader role of organized philanthropy and within the work of the Council and be able to make connections with people and initiatives within this context. This position requires demonstrated success with facilitative leadership of volunteers to develop and manage programs and initiatives. Excellent communications skills (up, down, lateral) are required. This is a challenging position, but an equally gratifying position. This is a position in which a successful professional can make a dramatic contribution to the Council’s sector wide leadership, to the field of Community Foundations, and to our many close philanthropic partners around the World. The Council seeks an exceptional individual to fill this position.

Major Work Functions

• To oversee and direct the Community Foundation programs and staff at the Council in carrying out the mutually agreed upon priorities of the Community Foundations Leadership Team and the Council.
• To partner with the Council’s other staff professionals in coordinating the comprehensive services to the Community Foundation field.
• To facilitate and contribute to thought leadership, internally and externally, on strategy and policy regarding the needs of the Community Foundation field.
• To facilitate and contribute to thought leadership in identifying new opportunities and emerging issues and in helping the volunteer leadership as they plan for the future.
• To contribute expertise in Community Foundation issues in Council-wide programs and planning and make recommendations relevant to the community foundation field to Council board and staff leadership.
• To advocate for and educate about those Community Foundation issues most important to the field within the philanthropic sector in the U.S. and the major transatlantic or global philanthropic networks, and to key opinion-makers in law, finance, the media and other related professions.
• To foster strategic relationships that advance the Community Foundation field.
• To serve as a member of the Council’s senior management team by contributing to the shaping of major Council initiatives; especially the comprehensive work of service to the Community Foundation field.
• To be eager to accept other tasks and duties that will advance the work of Community Foundations and the Council as a whole.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Volunteer Leadership: oversees the staffing of the Community Foundations Leadership Team and its Chair, and provides collaboration, guidance and support. Enables the Leadership Team members to carry out their responsibilities as described in the “Shared Leadership Plan.” Enables community foundations to realize their vision of acting collectively as a field by facilitating thought leadership, expertise and relationship building that will help them reach consensus on difficult issues. Works with volunteer leadership to plan for the future by identifying new opportunities and ideas, trends, and emerging issues.
• Program Leadership: works collaboratively with the volunteer leadership and relevant Council staff to help translate the priorities set by the Community Foundation Leadership Team into programmatic goals and implementation strategies, and contributes knowledge and expertise as questions and issues arise from external or internal sources. Initiates internal communications (through briefings or other methods) to share knowledge and ideas as they evolve so that Council staff and the Community Foundation Leadership Team stay current and make informed decisions.
• Managerial Leadership: establishes position requirements, hires and supervises staff necessary to implement programs and services for Community Foundations. Provide direct supervision to the Director of Community Foundation Services and three full time individuals serving in Coordinator positions.
• Financial Leadership: provides overall stewardship of budgets and grant funds for Community Foundation programs; identifies funding opportunities and requirements and works with the Community Foundation Leadership Team, Council staff leadership, and Council Board of Directors to obtain necessary resources. Provides guidance and support to the Community Foundations Leadership Team in building the Special Projects Fund.
• External Relations: serves as a liaison to consultants and implementation partners who are engaged by the Community Foundation Leadership Team and the Council to advance the Plan of Action. Represents the goals of the Community Foundation field to potentially beneficial partnerships with other organizations and networks, such as foundations, regional associations of grantmakers, community foundation associations and networks, the professional groups of community foundation staff, academic centers on philanthropy, professional advisor associations, or other related nonprofit organizations, consulting firms or strategy groups.

Working Relationships

• Reports to the Vice President, Programs and Constituency Services and engages the Vice President in advocating for Community Foundation issues and in fostering access to the President and CEO; the Executive Vice President and COO as well as the Council Board of Directors. Supervises the Director of Community Foundation Services who, in turn, supervises three coordinators.
• Works collaboratively with senior Council colleagues at the Council in government relations, communications, legal services, education and diversity programs, conference planning and other constituency services to meet the service needs of Community Foundations.
• Works collaboratively with Council colleagues in other departments to advance the Council’s overall goals and objectives and serve as role model for Council’s enduring values. Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of members and to work well with diverse staff and volunteers. Facilitates and supports accountability among multiple constituencies and helping them to achieve mutually agreed upon goals.
• Serves as a contact where appropriate for Council members who are serving in a volunteer leadership capacity.
• Organizes and/or participates in meetings with other organizations when appropriate as a representative of the Council and of the Community Foundation constituency.

Minimum Work Requirements

• Knowledge: Knowledge of Community Foundations and the field of philanthropy, grantmaking, fundraising, and the legal and tax aspects of nonprofit organizations and of charitable giving are particularly desired.
• Experience: Ten years of non-profit experience in management positions and demonstrated success in leading and working with volunteers. Direct experience with Community Foundations is preferred. Senior level policy experience, including providing guidance to volunteer leaders and participating in staff teams that translate policy into programs. Experience in fundraising. A track record of achievement in one or more of the priorities endorsed by the community foundation field: professional development, legislative advocacy, technology, standards of practice, community impact through grantmaking, and national marketing.
• Skills and Abilities: Strong facilitative leadership, issue expertise, consensus building, and analytical skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of members and to work well with a diverse staff. Demonstrated commitment to philanthropy and the goals of Community Foundations. An excellent reputation for working with volunteers and being accountable to multiple constituencies. Attention to detail, with ability to delegate. Entrepreneurship.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to:

Council on Foundations
Human Resources Department
Reference No. 480
2121 Crystal Drive, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036
employment@cof.org

EOE/AA

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Council on Foundations (posted May 13, 2008 )
Director, Public Relations
Arlington, VA

The Council on Foundations is a membership organization of more than 2,000 grant-making foundations and giving programs worldwide, providing sector-wide leadership, government relations and legal services, networking opportunities and other services to its members and to the general public for the purpose of improving and advancing organized philanthropy. Staff of the Council enjoy being at the very center of the world of philanthropy, with many opportunities to serve their communities through their work.

The Council envisions a vibrant, growing and responsible philanthropic sector that advances the common good. The Council is a leader, at the center, and an integral partner of a diverse philanthropic community that contributes to this vision. The Council partners with both the public and private sectors in addressing the challenges of our communities, and the citizens of the world. Through collaboration, innovation and effective philanthropy, we seek to convert private dollars into strategic investments serving the public good.

The Director of Public Relations provides strategic leadership in branding and positioning the Council as the credible thought leader and advocate for philanthropy, through the media (print, web, broadcast), advocacy organizations, conferences and other forums. This position forges close, positive working relationships with key influentials, including Council members, key media, academia, like-minded nonprofits and affinity partners. Provides ongoing public relations and media relations support to the Council and its members and develops template op-eds for local and national placement. Establishes a speaker’s bureau and identifies key speaking opportunities for members and Council officials to promote the philanthropic sector and the societal contributions of all foundation segments. Promotes the vision, products, services and public policy positions of the Council, including best-in-class conferences and publications. Expands public awareness of the role and high value of community foundations, private foundations, family foundations, corporate giving programs and international grantmaking initiatives.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Identifies key media and other public opportunities to pitch and secure positive story and sector exposure and placement. Establishes and expands effective relationships with key traditional and new media and other influentials to brand the Council as a thought leader and valued partner.
2. Develops a strategic public relations plan that advances the objectives of the Council on behalf of members, including educating key audiences about philanthropy and the work and impact of foundations and promoting the expert products and services of the Council and the high value of Council membership and partnership.
3. Leverages opportunities to enhance the Council’s position as the credible “go-to” source for information about foundations and corporate giving programs.
4. Promotes Council board members, CEO and other members as expert resources for media, conference organizers, other thought leaders and other key constituencies.
5. Authors and supervises the drafting and placement of news releases, articles, op-eds and other material with news media.
6. Effectively plans and collaborates with partnering organizations of the Council.
7. Conducts candid periodic measurement of initiatives and self-assessment.

Minimum Work Requirements

1. Knowledge: Undergraduate degree in English, communications, political science, other social sciences or the humanities required; advanced degree a plus. Conversant in new media.
2. Experience: At least eight years of demonstrated work experience and proven track record of success in media, story and op-ed placement, public relations support and consultation, brand building, and marketing communications of products and services. Supervisory and management experience necessary.
3. Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of key external constituencies (thought leaders, public policy advocates, the news media and philanthropists). Ability to identify trends and market key research findings, member successes and public affairs issues. Ability to work and partner effectively in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple priorities. Ability to think strategically, write persuasively, speak with confidence and serve as key ambassador. Impeccable integrity a must. Must be able to do some travel and have a clear passion for improving society and a good sense of humor.

Hiring Range: $73,700 - $99,500

How to Apply: Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to:

Council on Foundations
Human Resources Department
Reference No. 482
2121 Crystal Drive, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22202
employment@cof.org
EOE/AA

Deadline: Open until filled

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Girl Scouts of the USA (posted June 16, 2008 )
Director of Public Policy
Washington, DC

The Director of Public Policy develops strategy and tactics with the Senior Vice President of Public Policy, Advocacy and the Research Institute, to establish relationships between Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and Congress, the White House, and federal agencies, promoting the legislative agenda of Girl Scouts. As a primary GSUSA representative to these government institutions, the Director interprets GSUSA's purpose, policies, and programs to advocate for the wellbeing of girls. She/he identifies and advocates federal initiatives that will raise the visibility of Girl Scouting, advance issues important to girls, and obtain increased funding support. The Director of Public Policy plays a leadership role in establishing the policy direction of the Washington office and nationwide. This individual also works closely with the Director of Advocacy, who develops and implements grassroots campaigns on policy issues.

The Director of Public Policy implements the day-to-day legislative agenda of the Washington office, which includes monitoring and researching legislation; developing legislative reports, concept papers, and correspondence; and conducting meetings. She/he is responsible for helping to build the Honorary Congressional Girl Scout Troop, serves as a contact person for troop staff, and develops and coordinates Congressional troop events. The Director serves as a liaison to nonprofit organizations and works in partnership with these organizations on legislative and regulatory issues of mutual concern. In addition, she/he is a point of contact for national staff on federal legislation and the structure and operations of the federal government.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years experience in public policy/government relations area or related field desired
• Proven knowledge of the federal government's structure and processes
• Solid research skills, using both Internet and hard-copy resources
• Demonstrated expertise in establishing and working in close collaboration with other departments within Girl Scouting and other organizations
• Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative problem solving and organizational development skills
• Demonstrated experience working with individuals at all levels in an organization
• Knowledge of/commitment to national issues related to youth, particularly girls, is an asset
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent relevant experience required; master's degree in public policy, law, or related field preferred

EOE/Committed to Diversity

Please apply online with cover letter and resume in one document to www.girlscouts.org/careers

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League of American Orchestras (posted May 27, 2008 )
Director, Orchestra Leadership Academy
New York, NY

Company Information:
Founded in 1942, and chartered by Congress in 1962, the League of American Orchestras (formerly know as the American Symphony Orchestra League) leads, encourages, and supports America's orchestras while communicating to the public the essential value and cultural importance of orchestras in their communities and the vitality of the music they perform.

The League provides a wealth of services, meaningful information, learning and leadership opportunities, and grass-roots advocacy to its diverse membership, which encompasses nearly 1,000 member symphony, chamber, youth, and collegiate orchestras of all sizes, and links a national network of thousands of instrumentalists, conductors, managers, board members, volunteers, staff members, and business partners.

Additional information on the League of American Orchestras, the services provided to the orchestral community and past press releases can be found at www.americanorchestras.org

The League's vision is to be a transformative and unifying force for the field-a catalyst for understanding and innovation, a place for the conversations that matter, and a champion for orchestras.

Position Summary:

The Director of the Orchestra Leadership Academy (OLA) provides vision, direction, content development and oversight of implementation for all of the seminars, forums, and other events associated with OLA. The Director of Orchestra Leadership Academy works closely with all League staff as well as individuals throughout, and beyond, the orchestra field. This position carries key responsibility around production, operations, and implementation of a variety of League programs.

Successful candidates will seek partnerships and opportunities that support the vitality of orchestras and will serve a strategic and catalytic role in the development and oversight of all such programs. The candidate must have significant experience inside American orchestras, and an interest in individual and organizational development strategies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides direction and supervision for OLA - approximately twenty free-standing seminars per year, ranging in length from 1-11 days; as well as the Institutional Vision Program, which involves a small group of orchestras in a program of three years' duration.
• Participates as a member of the League's National Conference Planning team, with shared responsibility for content, and key responsibility around production and operation for Conference sessions.
• Carries primary responsibility for development of seminar ideas, research, faculty recruitment, agenda development, oversight of implementation.
• Collaborates with League staff, in the field, and outside the field to capture critical
  content and adult teaching methodologies that represent the highest standards of excellence learning.
• Works closely with outside evaluator in tracking success of seminars, and long-term individual and institutional impact
• Works in conjunction with Development department in the area of OLA fund-raising including strategy, program development, and preparation of grant proposals, reports, and participation in solicitations.
• Serves as liaison to constituency groups, serving as a resource, and partnering in
  agenda development with staff and member orchestras.
• Works with the Learning and Leadership Development Committee of the League Board.
• Supervises administrative support for all OLA programs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties assigned.

Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5-7 years experience within the orchestra community.
• An interest in, and commitment to exploring and researching the orchestra field in order to contribute to the vitality of the orchestra community in all aspects of its work including, but not limited to: vision and values; strategic planning; conflict resolution; relationships among key institutional leaders; governance; marketing; public relations; executive leadership; development; education and community work; volunteerism; etc.
• Ideal candidate will possess substantial knowledge of orchestras; keen ability to communicate with a wide range of people; and strong managerial, time-management, and supervisory skills.

Salary and Benefits
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience and background. In addition to traditional holidays and vacation, the League provides employees with a strong benefits package including participatory group health, dental, life, and vision insurance, and 403(b) retirement programs.

To apply, please send a cover letter including salary requirements and resume to:

Human Resources Manager
League of American Orchestras
33 West 60th Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10023-7905
Email: jobs@americanorchestras.org

The League of American Orchestras is an equal opportunity employer.

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John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation (posted May 27, 2008 )
Program Officer, Juvenile Justice
Chicago, IL

BACKGROUND:
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is a private, independent grantmaking institution dedicated to helping groups and individuals foster lasting improvement in the human condition. Through the sup